Suppose That a Particular Theory Predicts That on Monday,Wednesday,and Friday

question 62

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a particular theory predicts that on Monday,Wednesday,and Friday the stock market will rise and that on Tuesday and Thursday the stock market will fall.If an economist tests this theory and finds that over a six-month period the theory predicts accurately,the economist would likely say that the theory

• A)has been proven correct.
• B)is reliable.
• C)is not in conflict with the evidence.
• D)shouldn't be taken seriously.
• E)is not useful because stock markets involve irrational human behaviour.

Identify the situations in which a duty of care is owed and the criteria for determining negligence.

Comprehend the legal criteria for liability in cases involving accidents, defective products, or harmful substances.

Distinguish between different types of torts and understand their applicability in various legal scenarios.

Grasp the concept of strict liability and circumstances under which it would apply.

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